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Reference Resources: Movie Reviews

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Movie Review Databases
This link will take you to a list of W&L databases which contain evaluations or essays on motion pictures, both contemporary and historical....
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Bigger Than Blockbusters: Movies That Defined America
2009 volume contains chronologically-arranged essays on about 200 of "the most significant and influential films in American culture" and the eras in which they were created.
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Encyclopedia Of Early Cinema
Nearly 1,000 signed entries covering film production, filmmakers, film genres, and individual films from the 1890's to the 1910's. (Published in 2005.)
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Fifty Key American Films
2009 volume contains signed essays on 50 important motion pictures, arranged chronologically.
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International Dictionary Of Films And Filmmakers
Comprehensive four-volume resource (4th edition, 2000) provides thorough coverage of films and filmmakers through the spring of 2000. Entrants include legendary films, actors and actresses, directors, writers and other production artists.
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Movie Review Databases
This link will take you to a list of W&L databases which contain evaluations or essays on motion pictures, both contemporary and historical.
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Schirmer Encyclopedia Of Film
Four-volume set (2007) covers such aspects as production, national traditions, studios, genres, critical theory, and film history. Approximately 200 entries cover specific topics, including acting, censorship, editing, lighting, career profiles, etc.
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